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  1. Mr. Bill
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    Purple cyano?

    While that one does appear similar, the Purple Encrusting Sponge grows as a simple, thin layer over the rock, hence it's name. That one appears to...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Jun 2, 2011 in forum: Algae
  2. Mr. Bill
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    Purple cyano?

    Typically though, cyano doesn't grow in just one spot once it gets a start in your tank, and it usually vacuums off rather easily- no scraping...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Jun 2, 2011 in forum: Algae
  3. Mr. Bill
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    Purple cyano?

    How long has it been there? It appears to be forming osculums like a newly-developing colony of purple encrusting sponge.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Jun 2, 2011 in forum: Algae
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    pre mixing saltwater

    Absolutely, yes. Just store it away from sunlight in a glass or plastic container.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Jun 2, 2011 in forum: General Reef Topics
  5. Mr. Bill
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    help removing my sand

    If you work slowly, yes most of the gases and gunk will be vacuumed out, and that should work just fine. I second the motion to do it in small...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Jun 2, 2011 in forum: Sand
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    180 gallon stocking suggestions

    That's a pretty good plan. If you stay with community safe/reef safe fish, you should have no problems with stocking order. What you have listed are...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Jun 2, 2011 in forum: Tropical Fish
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    180 gallon stocking suggestions

    The livestock selection is a matter of personal choice, but this might help. You can go to Aquarium Fish: Tropical Freshwater Fish and Saltwater...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, Jun 2, 2011 in forum: Tropical Fish
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    Regarding placement of live rock

    That may be a matter of personal choice, but I prefer to leave a little space between for easy access behind the rocks. I think it also helps with...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 30, 2011 in forum: Live Rock
  9. Mr. Bill
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    I wish some one would come up with a better formula than the watt per gallon

    True. We have what we have. But I'd like to raise a question... I've read a few books and online blogs from divers/collectors, and they all have the...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 29, 2011 in forum: Reef Lighting
  10. Mr. Bill
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    ciclid sand in a reef?

    Hi, Ivory Coast Aragonite. Should be fine.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 29, 2011 in forum: Sand
  11. Mr. Bill
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    hermit going to die?

    That's not good. Do you have a fuge, sump, or QT where you can place him for protection and closer observation? If so, I'd recommend that, and boil...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 28, 2011 in forum: Inverts
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    sand and live rock is turning brown

    Hi, It's not necessary to run your lights during the cycling process. Most SW aquarium websites advise against it.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 28, 2011 in forum: Algae
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    hermit going to die?

    Molting means shedding the exoskeleton on their head, thorax, claws and legs. You may see it the tank. If he dropped the shell, yes he could be in...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 28, 2011 in forum: Inverts
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    hermit going to die?

    No, shedding their exoskeleton doesn't necessarily coincide with needing a new shell. I would try to find some new ones for him anyway, though- it's...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 28, 2011 in forum: Inverts
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    Are These Worms?

    While some may argue that you need more or less, the basic rule of thumb for a DSB is 3 or more inches.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 28, 2011 in forum: ID This!
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    Time for Sand!

    Hi, As a precaution, I'd pull the plug until the sand has settled on the bottom.
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 28, 2011 in forum: New To The Hobby
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    Switching tanks

    Hi, 1) 4 triggers in a 120g tank may be too much. Because of their adult size, I'd be concerned about their aggression once they mature. Even if...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 28, 2011 in forum: General Reef Topics
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    Seafloor for DT, Crushed Coral for fuge...

    Hi, The only place I would use CC is over a reverse-flow UGF to prevent detritus etc from becoming trapped in the substrate. However, I don't highly...
    Post by: Mr. Bill, May 28, 2011 in forum: Sand
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